WSP trooper rescues kittens abandoned on side of I-90 near Moses Lake
Kittens were found in a boat that was abandoned on the side of I-90 near Moses Lake on Friday.
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How to celebrate Small Business Saturday in the Inland Northwest
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Small Business Saturday is an annual push to shop local for holiday gifts and it is more important this year than ever before. Local,…
How to watch the Riverfront Park Christmas tree-lighting ceremony virtually
The Riverfront Park Christmas tree will be lit for the season starting Friday afternoon.
No. 1 Gonzaga improves to 2-0 with blowout win over Auburn
The No. 1 ranked Gonzaga Bulldogs had little trouble with the Auburn Tigers Friday morning beating them 90-67. Paired with the win over No. 6 Kansas Thursday, the Zags are off to a 2-0 start to the season.
Idaho approves money for hospital staff, vaccine training
Idaho officials on Wednesday approved spending $5 million of federal coronavirus relief money to help hospitals hire additional staff to help care for a crush of COVID-19 patients.
Two Gonzaga players out due to COVID protocols, game against Auburn still on
FORT MYERS, Florida -- Two Gonzaga players will sit out of Friday's game against Auburn due to COVID-19 protocols. Sports Information Director Barrett Henderson said "both players did not test positive" when asked by 4 News Now. The news comes…
Shop local and enter to win prizes with the 'Follow the Resale Trail' event
The biggest shopping weekend of the year is underway and you can count on local businesses to offer some promotions.
'It means the world to me': Fresh Soul serves 100 free Thanksgiving meals
We all know Thanksgiving isn't the same this year without those gatherings of extended family and friends. Southern-styled Spokane restaurant Fresh Soul tried to fill that void this year as they served 100 free meals on Thanksgiving morning.
Salvation Army feeds hundreds of families this Thanksgiving
Many of our traditions have changed this holiday, however one remains the same at the Salvation Army—feeding families in need.
Abraham Lincoln statue vandalized with red paint
The Abraham Lincoln statue in downtown Spokane was vandalized overnight.
State considering loosening restrictions to bring students back to in-person learning
There is a chance your kids could return to school if the state changes the metrics it is using to advise districts about remote learning.
Member of Gonzaga travel party tests positive, game against KU will still be played
A member of Gonzaga's travel party has tested positive for COVID-19, but Thursday's game will still be played.
2 injured in crash, Airway Heights woman charged with DUI, hit-and-run
An Airway Heights woman is facing felony DUI and hit-and-run charges in a crash that injured two people.
Spokane man to give away 300 Thanksgiving meals, all while supporting local
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A Spokane man has found an effective way to help struggling restaurants and hungry people at the same time. On Thursday,…
WSU edges Texas Southern to pick up win in their season opener
saac Bonton had a first half to forget, but came on strong after the break to lead the Washington State Cougars to a 56-52 win over Texas Southern in the opener Wednesday night.
CHAS Health sees large increase in COVID-19 testing
Coronavirus tests came back positive for another 418 residents in Spokane County on Wednesday. The Spokane Regional Health District says one more person died as well.…
Chelan-Douglas Health District warns of delayed results due to surge in COVID-19 testing
CHELAN CO., Wash. -- The Chelan-Douglas Health District says a statewide surge in coronavirus cases is to blame for a recent surge in testing and delay in test results. “We want to let everyone know that labs across the state…
Spokane hospitals prepare for possible influx of COVID patients during holiday season
More people are catching COVID-19 in Spokane. Employees at Providence and Sacred Heart say the number of COVID patients at their hospitals is at an all time high.
Spokane families changing Thanksgiving plans due to pandemic
Thanksgiving is a day dedicated to saying thanks. Thanks to the people in our lives and the lives that we have. Though families are changing their holiday traditions, it doesn't mean we can't say thank you in a different way.
Investigation finds no evidence Roosevelt Elementary teachers refused to wear masks, despite rumors
SPOKANE, Wash. -- The back to school process has been a winding road thanks to COVID-19. Science tells us masking up can protect us. When it comes to schools, it's required. Wearing face coverings is a matter of public health.…
WSU men's basketball coach Kyle Smith cleared to attend season opener
WSU head basketball coach Kyle Smith is now COVID-free and will be on the bench for the season opener Wednesday night.
Extreme Team honoring healthcare workers with annual light display in Cowley Park
The 4 News Now Extreme Team will once again be Making Spirits Bright this holiday season.
Davenport Grand 'Crescent Windows' display returns this Saturday
The beloved Crescent Windows displays are returning to the Davenport Grand, beginning this Saturday. Most events have been reworked or canceled due to COVID-19, but this one is staying exactly the same!
Washington set to receive 62,400 initial doses of Pfizer's COVID vaccine
Washington state is expected to receive 62,400 initial doses of Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine once it is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
